2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Meteor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2410 mm |